Yet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been kicking quite the stir online - for smiling. A lot.

The leader has been photographed at several events in Pyongyang looking rather carefree while spreading some joy to his citizens. He even visited a school on Children's Day and played with some of the children.

Whether he's always smiling like this in front of a camera or not is a different question.

Do you like this look on him?

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un smokes a cigarette as he gives guidance on the development of Ssuk Islet. REUTERS

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits a construction site of a resort for scientists. REUTERS